Common Cockroach Species and How We Can Help
If you’ve spotted a cockroach in your home, you’re not alone. These resilient pests are a common problem for many households and businesses, and various species might invade depending on your location. Understanding the types of cockroaches you might encounter is essential for effective treatment and prevention. This post will guide you through identifying common […]
How to Keep Cockroaches Out This Holiday Season
The holidays are a time for family, food, and festive cheer—not for uninvited creepy crawlies. Yet, cockroaches seem to love the holiday season as much as we do. With kitchens bustling, extra supplies stored, and homes warm and cozy, these pests find the perfect opportunity to sneak in. If the thought of cockroaches invading your […]
How to Protect Your Home from Ants and Cockroaches with Town and Country Pest Solutions
As a homeowner, one of the most frustrating and unsettling experiences is discovering ants and cockroaches in your living space. These pests are not only a nuisance but can also pose health risks by contaminating food and spreading bacteria. Fortunately, you don’t have to face this battle alone. At Town and Country Pest Solutions, we […]
Why Are Cockroach Infestations So Frequent In Upstate New York Structures
Generally, those living outside of New York state are aware that roach pest issues are to be expected in apartment buildings located in the Big Apple, but very few outsiders know that upstate homes also see an unusually high rate of cockroach infestations. Given New York City’s dense population, which exceeds 8 million people, cockroaches […]
The German Cockroach Can Fit Through A Crack In A Home’s Foundation
Experts say that there are between 4,000 and 7,500 cockroach species in the world today, but experts do not always agree about how cockroaches should be classified. Most roaches are not considered pests, and the average New York state resident has probably never seen more than five or six different cockroach species in his/her lifetime. […]
Researchers Have Determined Why Some Cockroach Populations In Homes Proliferate At Unusually Rapid Rates
Cockroaches may be the most resilient group of insects in the world, as these hardy pests are capable of surviving seemingly deadly mutilations and exceedingly toxic environments. Cockroaches are one of the few animal groups that inhabited the planet long before the dinosaurs ever existed, and their appearance has remained largely unchanged since they first […]
Which Cockroach Species Cannot Survive Outside Of Man Made Structures?
Which Cockroach Pests Cannot Survive Outside Of Manmade Structures, And Which Outdoor Cockroach Pests Can Readily Establish Permanent And Reproductive Indoor Populations? Along with ants, bed bugs, and flies, cockroaches are the most commonly managed insect pests within both residential and commercial structures. Of the 4,000 or more cockroach species that have been documented worldwide, […]
How To Eliminate Cockroaches That Hide In Wall Voids And The Voids Below Kitchen And Bathroom Cabinets
While many people claim that it is irrational to fear insects and spiders based solely on their unsettling appearance, being disgusted by, or fearful of cockroaches is definitely a good thing. This is because cockroaches are more than just ugly creepy-crawlies, as roaches are now understood to be a significant source of indoor allergens, and […]
The Cockroach Species That Frequently Fly Indoors And Infest Homes Located Near Wooded Areas
Several cockroach species in the native Parcoblatta genus invade homes throughout the northeastern US, but some Parcoblatta pest species can be found in other regions of the country. Generally, cockroaches in this genus are most abundant in wooded areas in the eastern US, and they are often encountered nesting below decaying logs, behind the bark […]
Everything Upstate Residents Need To Know About The Medical Hazards Posed By Cockroach Infestations
Cockroaches are among the most aesthetically displeasing of all insect pests commonly found in homes, and they pose more than a mere nuisance to homeowners. Public health professionals, entomologists and pest control professionals often state that cockroaches are capable of transmitting disease. While this is most certainly true, cockroaches do not spread disease in the […]
